i had an opportunity to get to know president obama. i think he is a wonderful leader, and i think he leads with grace, which is most important for a situation like this where you have mutual respect, and as you know, the main partners are himself and speaker boehner. i think the fact that they met yesterday is a very encouraging sign. i have faith that they will be able to get this done. and i quo it's the right thing for america to reach a deal to work together, to be willing to compromise, and do what is right for the people instead of a party first. that's what america wants. >> governor, thank you very much for your time. i appreciate it. >> piers, my pleasure. thank you. >>> coming up next, the stories america is talking about. more nfl tragedy, a navy s.e.a.l. killed, a powpowerhous panel back with that and more. ♪ [ male announcer ] this is karen and jeremiah. they don't know it yet, but they're gonna fall in love, get married, have a couple of kids, [ children laughing ] move to the country, and live a long, happy life togeth